The two-story house with a basement is a Tri-Gable Ell which was originally constructed in 1869, with major additions in 1883, as evidenced by research performed by the petitioner and stated in the attached narrative. The Gabled-Ell is best described by its basic form...
The station represents a fusion of styles and is a notable local landmark due to its function and association with historical events. Construction of the original train station began during the civil war and was completed in 1864 to take advantage of the railroad line...
The house is a good example of Victorian architecture and was home to Mr. Gustav H. Bunge, the developer and original owner of the Tivoli Theater and Hotel. The three-story Victorian house with a basement was the Bunge family home and was originally located at the...
The house at 5256 Carpenter Street was home to Mr. Donald Drew, a founding father of the Downers Grove Oratorio Society, now known as the Downers Grove Choral Society . Mr. Drew and his sister Mildred Drew resided at 5256 Carpenter Street during their childhoods and...
Our home is located on property that once belonged to Norman Gilbert. Mr. Gilbert was one of the early deacons of the Downers Grove First Baptist Church. According to a document from the Downers Grove Historical Society, “Norman Gilbert (estate of) has for sale some...
